Risk Programme Manager

jobs.jerseyeveningpost.com-job boards; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional services organization is seeking a Risk Programme Manager to lead risk initiatives in Guernsey or Jersey. This full-time role involves coordinating risk assessments, compliance initiatives, and managing resources. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in risk management or compliance, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead complex programmes involving multiple stakeholders. Opportunities for professional growth and training are available.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative environment

Training and career development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in risk management or compliance within a professional services or financial institution.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and operational risk controls.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex programmes involving multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate risk-related programmes.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align programme goals.
• Provide regular updates to senior stakeholders.

Skills

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive attitude

Attention to detail

Job description

Our client is seeking a Risk Programme Manager to lead the design, implementation, and oversight of strategic risk initiatives. The role is based in Guernsey or Jersey and involves full-time hours of 37.5 per week (or less by agreement). This position plays a crucial role in ensuring that the organisation's risk posture remains robust, agile, and aligned with regulatory expectations and internal quality standards.

Job Duties

• Lead and coordinate risk-related programmes, including risk assessments, regulatory compliance initiatives, and operational risk reviews.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align programme goals with strategic priorities and act as a liaison between Risk, Business Enablement, and Lines of Service teams.
• Coordinate the implementation of the organisation's QMSE framework and ISQM1 standards to ensure consistent and effective risk responses across Business Enablement teams.
• Provide regular updates to senior stakeholders through dashboards, risk metrics, and programme status reports, ensuring documentation is audit-ready and compliant.
• Manage resources across multiple workstreams, including offshore support and subject matter experts, while facilitating onboarding and role clarity for new team members.

Job Requirements

• Proven experience in risk management or compliance within a professional services or financial institution.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and operational risk controls.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex programmes involving multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to influence at senior levels.
• Strong organisational skills to meet strict deadlines, such as regulatory returns.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to take ownership of work.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work independently with critical self-review.
• Digital acumen and enthusiasm for challenges.
• Ability to document processes and maintain an audit trail from information sourcing to final reporting.

What You\'ll Love

This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in maintaining and enhancing the jurisdiction's reputation. You will work in a collaborative environment with opportunities to develop your skills in risk management and operational excellence. The organisation values professional growth and provides ample opportunities for training and career development.

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